Do a search for this book on the Internet and you will
likely find a dozen different reviews. Rather than bore you with another review
that mimics that plethora of others online, here is my brief account.

The book contains several short stories of adventure from
Paul’s life as a Maine Guide, bush pilot, sporting camp owner and employee of
Maine’s Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife. As would be expected,
anyone who lived a life pursuing these professions is strongly likely to have
dozens of impressive stories. Paul whittles down his diverse life experiences
and weaves an impressive tale. Of course my interest centered on his life as a
guide, bush pilot and sporting camp owner, as it made a direct connection with
my passions. As the book progressed into his critical role in supporting
IF&W public relations campaigns, I could feel my eyes beginning to glaze
over and I felt actual dread at having to read the chapters on the Eagle
Nesting Project and the Caribou Relocation. However, I paid for the book and gosh
darn it I was going to read them anyway and get my monies worth!

Paul’s account of the attempted reintroduction of caribou to
Maine really provides a close and heart felt look at the hardships and
difficulties faced by all involved in that monumental effort, ultimately
ending in failure. To my surprise, I found this the best chapter in the book and was very happy I “struggled” through it. Overall the book contains a
fantastic collection of short stories filled with variety of fun, witty and
classically “Maine” tales.

I have read "Where Cool Waters Flow", it's a great read. I’ll try to find Adventures Afield, thanks for the suggestion. I put up a new book every month on www.bootandcanoe.com so if you are ever out of ideas of what to read next be sure to check it out.Best, Peter

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Steve Vose (AKA The Rabid Outdoorsman) is a Registered Maine Guide, outdoor writer, blogger, photographer and lover of Maine's woods and waters. Through his writing, he shares hunting, fishing & general sporting information with others passionate about the great outdoors. When able to find time in his hectic schedule, he even manages to do a little bit of guiding, where he takes great pride in introducing others to the rugged beauty of the Maine wilderness.